@@mattseymour8637 Hi Matt, that does depend on the blade selection and material being cut but I reckon if you tried any other brands equivalent blade then the Milwaukee is better and will last longer
I've been using these for about a year. The torch (carbide tooth) blades are excellent, mainly use on cast soil stacks but also will go through 10mm thick RSJ's (cutting down needles). The ice hardened torch blades (non carbide teeth) are a complete waste of money in my opinion. Not really any better than any other recip blade, just an awful lot more expensive. The carbide tooth ax blade is all I use in my sawzall now. Incredible blade for demo of stud walls, joists and rafters. A bit harder to find in 300mm but really well worth the money. It'll go through studs, cable, pipe, plasterboard & door linings all in one go. Highly recommended. Happy New Year to all 👍👍 Regards Tim
I have the torch blade. It will not disappoint :) I think tho that longevity is closely connected to cutting with the whole blade. Cooling it down will probably extent the lifetime significantly. I have cut through 5-6mm steel profiles before with blades like this, but then I used cooling.
Great test, and video Roger. Thanks. Just a wild question: how do you think those blades would perform against, erm, a safe deposit box, or perhaps a bank vault? What blade would you recommend for them? Just asking for a friend.
Back in the early 80s I demoed and rebuilt a bank with the company I worked for . The old concrete Vault was destroyed and a new one was built in a different location but all the metal Parts as well as the door where reused . We worked at that old Vault for 4 days with jackhammers didn't put a dent in it they brought in a subcontractor with a cool diamond blade wet saw cut it into blocks in a day and we loaded and hauled it off the next . the old walls of the vault as well as the new 3 foot 8 in thick . Back then I would have to say wet saw Diamond blade today Diamond Wet jet would probably do the trick . Big difference in steel being reinforced by concrete over concrete being reinforced by Steel the only way to get through either quickly diamond . Or maybe laser of which I have no experience . Besides when equal Freedom exists no monetary system will .
In practice the blade length tends to be simply for when you have some deeper work to cut, and not for using it evenly as some parts get all the wear. As Roger says if you don't keep the shoe firm against then the blade struggles to do it's job, because the whole saw is trying to recip instead of just the blade (hard to resist that just by your arms), but also when the base of the blade isn't supported in a cut but the tip is cutting then it becomes likely to snag and bend the whole blade and wreck it, cause they aren't very rigid blades by design and tapered. Sometimes you can break the rules when you're in a pinch, but yeah. =P
2 weeks ago I used Milwaukee Torch blades (same as the first one Roger uses) to cut a 70 mm cast iron pipe and they didn't even made a scratch on the surface of the pipe.I tried Makita diamond blades made for cutting cast iron and the end result was same,destroyed blade and just a scratch on the pipe.I finished the job with angle grinder .A week ago again I tried to cut 110 mm cast iron pipe (same job site,it's a building build in 1980) and the result was the same. I suspect it's a percentage of carbon in the pipes that destroys the blades so quick. p.s I tried with various speed on the saw but result was the same.I tried to put oil and water for cooling of the blades but it didn't work either.Anybody to have some advice or similar experience whit this tipe of blades ?
This was thick cast iron and you can see how it went through. You need the carbide tip. Never use any lubricant on cast iron. The carbon does the lubricating.
@@mr.wizeguy8995 ,yes I"m sure it was the same blade but unfortunately it didn't do the job for me.As I said,I suspect it is the percentage of carbon in the iron.I will try to find a piece od pipe I have problem with and record cutting it.I hope someone will have an explanation or advice how to deal with it in the future. p.s I forget to mention that I cut a 60 mm metal pipe with 3 mm tick walls and blade cut it in 3-4 seconds.
I'd like to see it cut through a tire completely. I just ruined a different brand of blades four blades to cut through two tires to throw in the trash for the garbage man. They were more like hack saw blades and the teeth wore completely down. I think the color of the blades were blue. I can't remember the brand name. When it costs more in blades than to pay for tire disposal, something is wrong.
Jean We put sponsored on the screen and in the description. We also ticked the box to say it is sponsored. Maybe we need to do more but we thought that would be enough.
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I really like these blades, have been using them for about a year, well worth a try if you have not tried them
Gregs Mowing lol genuinely funny
No Greg for the goose!!!
How long do they last?
@@mattseymour8637 Hi Matt, that does depend on the blade selection and material being cut but I reckon if you tried any other brands equivalent blade then the Milwaukee is better and will last longer
@@ukconstruction OK cool so how many cuts would you say for cutting nails and light metal?
Unbelievable I’ve been a builder for 30 yrs an that was very impressive
I've been using these for about a year. The torch (carbide tooth) blades are excellent, mainly use on cast soil stacks but also will go through 10mm thick RSJ's (cutting down needles).
The ice hardened torch blades (non carbide teeth) are a complete waste of money in my opinion. Not really any better than any other recip blade, just an awful lot more expensive.
The carbide tooth ax blade is all I use in my sawzall now. Incredible blade for demo of stud walls, joists and rafters. A bit harder to find in 300mm but really well worth the money.
It'll go through studs, cable, pipe, plasterboard & door linings all in one go. Highly recommended.
Happy New Year to all 👍👍
Regards
Tim
Welcome to the Milwauke channel.........nothing better than a bit of sponsorship.....
This blade sucks. Tried it on 4 in cast iron pipe , didn't cut through much at all.
I can confirm that these blades are just as good and as long lasting as the well known Diablo brand.
I agree rog, i think its the carbon contained within the material itself that lubricates the cut when machining cast iron. No need for oil or suds.
This was exactly the video I needed. I had an electric plug in type and it was fairly great but its time to go cordless.
I have the torch blade. It will not disappoint :) I think tho that longevity is closely connected to cutting with the whole blade. Cooling it down will probably extent the lifetime significantly. I have cut through 5-6mm steel profiles before with blades like this, but then I used cooling.
Great video roger, looks like a fantastic bit of kit,
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Very useful information!
Great video... and great blade... great information
Great test, and video Roger. Thanks. Just a wild question: how do you think those blades would perform against, erm, a safe deposit box, or perhaps a bank vault? What blade would you recommend for them? Just asking for a friend.
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Yeah, I've a couple of friends who clean safes, etc. Would love some help.
I know it isn't eco friendly but if I am up against it time wise I tend to use dynamite on safes. My approach is to be in and out as fast as possible.
@@Roger-Bisby1 lol:-)
Back in the early 80s I demoed and rebuilt a bank with the company I worked for .
The old concrete Vault was destroyed and a new one was built in a different location but all the metal Parts as well as the door where reused . We worked at that old Vault for 4 days with jackhammers didn't put a dent in it they brought in a subcontractor with a cool diamond blade wet saw cut it into blocks in a day and we loaded and hauled it off the next . the old walls of the vault as well as the new 3 foot 8 in thick .
Back then I would have to say wet saw Diamond blade today Diamond Wet jet would probably do the trick .
Big difference in steel being reinforced by concrete over concrete being reinforced by Steel the only way to get through either quickly diamond . Or maybe laser of which I have no experience .
Besides when equal Freedom exists no monetary system will .
You mentioned not using cutting oil on the cast iron pipe. What's the reason behind that please?
it clogs the cutter. The cast iron turns to a fine powder as you cut it
@@SkillBuilder thanks so much
Two videos in one day, we are getting spoiled
We got a nose bleed
Happy New Year Skill Builder 👍👌🥳
Diablo is BEST
@@rossmale8715 Amazon.co.uk
Try a one inch grade 8 bolt that will tell you what you need to know
do the carbide blades go through screws well?
They will but not for long
Diablo combined with Makita gives great results 👍
Do these blades fit any reciprocating saw
yes, they are the universal fit
I am using same, but from Hilti Poland. Regards for Skill Builder.
Very impressive👍🏻
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You don't seem to be using the whole of the blade all the time. I suppose max pressure is applied nearer the hands?
You have to hold the saw shoe against the work or it is game over. People often get that bit wrong and wonder why the saw doesn't perform
In practice the blade length tends to be simply for when you have some deeper work to cut, and not for using it evenly as some parts get all the wear. As Roger says if you don't keep the shoe firm against then the blade struggles to do it's job, because the whole saw is trying to recip instead of just the blade (hard to resist that just by your arms), but also when the base of the blade isn't supported in a cut but the tip is cutting then it becomes likely to snag and bend the whole blade and wreck it, cause they aren't very rigid blades by design and tapered. Sometimes you can break the rules when you're in a pinch, but yeah. =P
Do rotary dremel vs sawzall video
Good review
They cut fast while they last, 1.5 cuts in 4” soil pipe in my experience. Way to expensive to be cost effective in my opinion. $16usd in my area.
What's the music please?
Nice video. Can't believe a cordless saw and blade can do this!?
another good one
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Do you think it could cut through cast iron soil pipe for anyone who knows??
Easily that water main is much thicker
2 weeks ago I used Milwaukee Torch blades (same as the first one Roger uses) to cut a 70 mm cast iron pipe and they didn't even made a scratch on the surface of the pipe.I tried Makita diamond blades made for cutting cast iron and the end result was same,destroyed blade and just a scratch on the pipe.I finished the job with angle grinder .A week ago again I tried to cut 110 mm cast iron pipe (same job site,it's a building build in 1980) and the result was the same. I suspect it's a percentage of carbon in the pipes that destroys the blades so quick.
p.s I tried with various speed on the saw but result was the same.I tried to put oil and water for cooling of the blades but it didn't work either.Anybody to have some advice or similar experience whit this tipe of blades ?
Was they same for sure there are *Torch blade* for metal with smaller tooth and *Torch with carbide tooth* same what Roger used.
This was thick cast iron and you can see how it went through. You need the carbide tip. Never use any lubricant on cast iron. The carbon does the lubricating.
@@mr.wizeguy8995 ,yes I"m sure it was the same blade but unfortunately it didn't do the job for me.As I said,I suspect it is the percentage of carbon in the iron.I will try to find a piece od pipe I have problem with and record cutting it.I hope someone will have an explanation or advice how to deal with it in the future.
p.s I forget to mention that I cut a 60 mm metal pipe with 3 mm tick walls and blade cut it in 3-4 seconds.
Impressive, rep saws scare the crap out of me though 😳🧱👍🏼
Great channel lads. "Project farm" is another good channel. Really worth a look to see how different brands compare.
Cheers
Milwaukee channel
I'd like to see it cut through a tire completely. I just ruined a different brand of blades four blades to cut through two tires to throw in the trash for the garbage man. They were more like hack saw blades and the teeth wore completely down. I think the color of the blades were blue. I can't remember the brand name. When it costs more in blades than to pay for tire disposal, something is wrong.
would be nice to flag sponsored videos like this one upfront ...
Jean
We put sponsored on the screen and in the description. We also ticked the box to say it is sponsored. Maybe we need to do more but we thought that would be enough.
@@SkillBuilder my bad, apologies. I haven't noticed it
Milwaukee can I have some free stuff please? :)
These blades suck, buy a Diablo